Akufo-Addo pledges support for peaceful, credible elections in Benin

H.E. NANA AKUFO-ADDO, HEAD OF THE ECOWAS ELECTION OBSERVATION MISSION, MEETS WITH ECOWAS OBSERVERS AND OFFICIALS FROM THE INSTITUTIONS RESPONSIBLE FOR ORGANISING THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION ON 12 APRIL IN BENIN. | Economic Community of West African States (

The 120 observers deployed to monitor and observe the conduct of voting operations during the presidential election on 12 April 2026 in the Republic of Benin on behalf of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) were briefed on Friday, 10 April 2026, in Cotonou, on the political situation and security challenges in Benin. During this session, they were also trained on the conduct to adopt in the field, as well as the means and meth…

Akufo-Addo pledges support for peaceful, credible elections in Benin

By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei  Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has arrived in Cotonou, Benin, to lead the ECOWAS‑CEDEAO Election Observation Mission ahead of the presidential elections scheduled for 12 April 2026. Mr. Akufo-Addo said he remains committed to working alongside the Republic of Benin to ensure a peaceful and credible election that respects the will of the people. Speaking on arrival, he emphasized that the mission will c…